Based on presentations by keynote speakers from public and private national universities, the governor celebrated the space that allows him to think about the global inclusion of the province and the region.
Governor George Kapitanich participated in the opening of the VI Congress of the Federal Council of International Studies (CFEI) “Global Change, New Challenges, Agendas and Diplomacy”, which, within the framework of its first edition at the NEA, promotes reflection on international inclusion. Chaco and region.
Celebrating the “quality of speakers and interlocutors” and the “diversity of topics that allow us to definitely draw geopolitical trends at the international level,” the President affirmed that the knowledge economy, the eco-economy, A manufacturing economy and an energy economy are “inevitably part of the agenda that we want to promote in development.”
“We believe that it is necessary to evaluate what the provincial states need from the point of view of the federal consultation, that is, the request for federalism, but above all the institutional structure and connection, the connections that the provinces may have . . to increase the base and volume of exports,” held at the Government and Business Headquarters of the University of Saco Austral in Resistencia Capitanich emphasized within the framework of the event.
Promoted by ENCA and CFEI, the academy brings together researchers from various universities and institutes in the country, seeking to develop links in an exchange with the aim of discussing developments and approaches in international relations, political science, and history. with local organizations and experts.
Among other issues, the head of the Sacco administration referred to the development of an industrial base based on the knowledge economy, concluding that the role of universities in the processes of training human resources is “essential” in the so-called “fourth industry”. Revolution”.
“We are facing a completely different cycle of international geopolitical insertion and export base, therefore, this requires developing an education system with the necessary qualities that allow the growth of knowledge to permeate with another basis,” he pointed out. In turn, in that respect the “great importance” of UNCAUS and the “need to create a consensus from the point of view of Argentina’s international policy”.
Norberto Konzani, President of the Federal Council of International Studies (COFI), participated in the opening; Rector of UNCAUS, German Oestmann; and Vice Rector Manuel García Zola. The nation’s foreign minister, Santiago Cafiero, was almost in attendance; Vice President of the Argentine Council for International Relations Carola Ramon and representatives of public and private national associations.
Strengthening the province through government administration
During his speech, the Rector of UNCAUS defined the Congress as “a very important council” because thanks to the federalism it suggests, it can be used in different provinces, in a young university with a degree in international studies in the interior of Argentina. Two years ago.”
Regarding the topics and the many intermediate tables planned, Oestmann highlighted the relevance of axes such as the private sector’s connection with other states, globalization and the importance of international relations, “defining it as an outlet for Argentina to acquire. A more favorable trade balance.”
“El Chaco, thanks to the efforts of the government, has received a big boost in terms of connections with other countries, business investment, the construction of the second bridge. These actions help us grow as a province, for Norte Grande and for the country,” he concluded.
Dissemination of knowledge with deep federal meaning
Norberto Canzani, President of CFEI, this VI Congress of the Federal Council of International Studies, created in 2009 by the University of Córdoba, and with more than 14 years of experience, travels throughout the country, disseminating international studies from the national level. and public universities or private, “with the aim of expanding them and removing them from the popular AMBA, all of them from a centralized capital in the federal capital.”
Noting that it was the “first time” for a governor to attend and participate in the experience, Canzani stressed that it remains a “valuable example for the future”: “We have a very strong sense of federalism and we are putting it into practice. We are not debating, but rather concrete. From geographical issues to Africa, Latin America, We cover everything from Europe, Eurasia, the Pacific and later, international issues, terrorism, human rights, environment, etc., with experts from different parts of the country,” Canzani explained.
About the days
On the debate floor, among other issues, is the inaugural conference of EU Ambassador Attilio Berardi; and with 29 tables (live and virtual) and more than 120 exhibitors. The action continues tomorrow, Thursday 9th, and ends on Friday, November 10th. The event is free and open access and includes a certificate of participation. For inquiries: [email protected].
